Bruges to Essen: Distance, Travel Time, Fares & Route

How to Travel from

Bruges to Essen

by Rideshare, Route or Car

Belgium Germany Bruges Essen

Cheapest

By car (288 km)

2 h 53 min

288 km.

from $15

Other

Rideshare

2 h 53 min

288 km.

from $10.96

Train via Cologne

4 h 29 min

264 km.

from $126.67

Train, Bus

5 h 28 min

264 km.

from $51.65

Train

5 h 3 min

264 km.

from $158.78

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:

+49 30 300 137 300

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

flixbus.com

Bus from Bruges to Essen

Ave. Duration:

6h 10m

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$32.85–$46.74

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:

+33 18 57 62 228

Website:

blablacar.co.uk/

Bus from Antwerp - Rooseveltplaats to Essen

Ave. Duration:

2h 50m

Frequency:

Twice daily

Estimated price:

$20.21–$30.32

Train operators

Eurostar

Phone:

+44 343 218 6186

Website:

eurostar.com/rw-en

Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln

Ave. Duration:

1h 50m

Frequency:

5 times a day

Estimated price:

$63.17–$138.97

Train from Köln Hbf to Essen

Ave. Duration:

51 min

Frequency:

Twice daily

Estimated price:

$37.90–$82.12

Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Essen

Ave. Duration:

3h 3m

Frequency:

Twice daily

Estimated price:

$82.12–$164.24

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:

+49 30 311-682904

Website:

bahn.de/

Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln

Ave. Duration:

1h 50m

Frequency:

Every 2 hours

Estimated price:

$53.06–$59.38

Train from Köln Hbf to Essen

Ave. Duration:

47 min

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$32.85–$37.90

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:

+32 70 79 79 79

Website:

belgiantrain.be/en

Train from Bruges to Bruxelles-Midi

Ave. Duration:

Frequency:

Every 20 minutes

Estimated price:

$11.37–$17.69

Train from Bruges to Anvers-Central

Ave. Duration:

1h 33m

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$13.90–$21.48

National Express

Phone:

08717 81 81 81

Website:

nationalexpress.com/en

Train from Köln Hbf to Essen

Ave. Duration:

1h 18m

Frequency:

Every 20 minutes

Estimated price:

$17.69–$26.53

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:

konzern.oebb.at/

Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln

Ave. Duration:

2h 52m

Frequency:

4 times a week

Flixtrain

Phone:

+49 30 300 137 100

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

flixtrain.de/

Train from Köln Hbf to Essen

Ave. Duration:

53 min

Frequency:

4 times a day

Estimated price:

$6.95–$10.74

What is the cheapest way to get from Bruges to Essen?

The cheapest way to get from Bruges to Essen is to bus which costs $28.26 - $40.22 and takes 6h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bruges to Essen?

The fastest way to get from Bruges to Essen is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs $48.91 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Bruges and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bruges and arriving at Essen central train station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Bruges and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Bruges to Essen. However, there are services departing from Bruges and arriving at Essen Hbf via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Bruges to Essen?

The distance between Bruges and Essen is 395 km. The road distance is 288.2 km.

How do I travel from Bruges to Essen without a car?

The best way to get from Bruges to Essen without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 4h 29m and costs $59.78 - $206.52 .

How long does it take to get from Bruges to Essen?

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Bruges to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bruges to Essen bus from?

Bruges to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bruges station.

Where do I catch the Bruges to Essen train from?

Bruges to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Bruges station.

Train or bus from Bruges to Essen?

The best way to get from Bruges to Essen is to train via Cologne which takes 4h 29m and costs $59.78 - $206.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28.26 - $40.22 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Bruges to Essen bus arrive?

Bruges to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Essen central train station.

Where does the Bruges to Essen train arrive?

Bruges to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Bruges to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Bruges to Essen is 288 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Bruges to Essen.

How do I get a train ticket from Bruges to Essen?

Book your Bruges to Essen train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bruges to Essen?

Book your Bruges to Essen bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 1990+ hotels available in Essen. Prices start at $40.23 per night.

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Fine

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Am Hauptbahnhof 2, Essen

Fine

8.5

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Five ways to Travel from Bruges to Essen

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

BlaBlaCar Bus

Train operators

Eurostar

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

National Express

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Flixtrain

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Bruges to Essen?

What is the fastest way to get from Bruges to Essen?

Is there a direct bus between Bruges and Essen?

Is there a direct train between Bruges and Essen?

How far is it from Bruges to Essen?

How do I travel from Bruges to Essen without a car?

How long does it take to get from Bruges to Essen?

Where do I catch the Bruges to Essen bus from?

Where do I catch the Bruges to Essen train from?

Train or bus from Bruges to Essen?

Where does the Bruges to Essen bus arrive?

Where does the Bruges to Essen train arrive?

Can I drive from Bruges to Essen?

How do I get a train ticket from Bruges to Essen?

How do I get a bus ticket from Bruges to Essen?

Where can I stay near Essen?